Winner in the Giuliana Rancic contest

More than 1,000 people voted in the Times Union’s giveaway for tickets to Ellis Women’s Night Out. The stories were, as you saw, excellent and heartwarming and the readers clearly had a hard time picking just one. In fact, the women took turns being in the lead. But, in the end, Meghan Lord, 31, from Troy was the winner.

Meghan and her sister, Kate, will be sitting at the Times Union table, and we’ll be sure the ladies get some special treatment and surprises throughout the night.

Everyone else stay tuned for early next week. I have a couple more “G” surprises in store for you all, too.

Congratulations Meghan! I am bummed I didn’t win but am happy for Meghan and her sister. Have a great time!! And, best of luck with everything- keep your chin up and stay positive!
Thanks to everyone who vote for me!!

Thank you, Kara and Elaine for your thoughtful congratulations. I also want to say thank you to all my family, friends, and those who voted for my sister and me. We are both looking forward to a night out and meeting G!